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Five good reasons to choose Pohjolan Matka<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
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In the right place at the right time \u2013 reliably and responsibly<\/strong>
At Pohjolan Matka, we follow the schedules and routes agreed with the customer for charter services. Our professional drivers ensure that you reach your destination safely and reliably. Our sales staff assist already during the booking stage in planning the most efficient and accurate route and schedule for your transport. All our operations comply with Finland\u2019s working and rest time regulations. Pohjolan Matka is a responsible tour operator, holding both the Sustainable Travel Finland label and the ISO 14001 environmental certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A well-functioning network across the country<\/strong>
Our buses are maintained in our own workshops, conveniently located next to our depots. Our skilled maintenance team ensures that every vehicle is thoroughly serviced and kept in excellent condition, ready for safe and reliable departures. The workshops are equipped with modern tools and technology to support all maintenance and repair tasks. Most of our buses are fitted with alcohol interlock systems to enhance safety. While our vehicles are carefully maintained, technical issues can occasionally occur on the road. In such cases, assistance is easy to obtain and arrives quickly thanks to our extensive support network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our everyday heroes – skilled drivers<\/strong>
Our drivers are often the only members of our team who meet customers face-to-face, making their service attitude a key part of the customer experience. The positive feedback we receive shows that our drivers deliver friendly, professional service that keeps customers coming back. A warm greeting, a smile, clear announcements, and a positive attitude can brighten even a difficult day. All our drivers also complete the EU-required continuing training as part of maintaining their professional competence.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charter services,<\/strong> Travel agency services, DMC – all with a single contact<\/strong>
Pohjolan Matka is an official tour operator registered by the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority and has set the security required by the Package Travel Act (registration number 3631\/00\/Mj). We offer a wide range of ready-made travel packages, including bus and flight-based tours in Finland and Europe not forgetting long route destinations. When requesting a charter service for your group, you can also book all necessary travel services through us\u2014such as accommodation, ferry tickets, flights, meals, entrance tickets, and guided tours. Tailored group trips are our specialty. Our professional group travel specialists will design an interesting and well-functioning itinerary for your group. Don\u2019t hesitate to ask us for the complete package! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trusted partnerships with reliable companies<\/strong>
When you book your trip with us, you and your group can rely on professional and dependable service. Pohjolan Matka works with trusted partners in both the bus and travel sectors who share our commitment to quality and responsibility. Through us, you gain access to competitive group rates with Finland\u2019s largest hotel chains, popular attractions, and major ferry operators. All our trips follow the legally defined general terms of package travel, as well as Pohjolan Matka\u2019s own special conditions. Our buses are fully insured, and when traveling abroad, all required documentation is carried on board. Pohjolan Matka \/ Pohjolan Turistiauto Oy is a member of the Finnish Bus and Coach Association and an active participant in the industry. The Pohjolan Matka group includes Pohjolan Turistiauto Oy, Aurinkobussit Oy, Antti Kangas Oy, and Koillismaan Turistiauto Oy\u2014companies with long traditions and strong expertise in transport and travel services.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a pleasant journey!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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